Akai S20 – Vintage Phrase Sampler – Expanded to 5MB RAM – Manual Included – Tested

The Akai S20 is one of the most accessible and enjoyable hardware samplers ever produced. Combining Akai's renowned sampling heritage with a straightforward workflow, velocity-sensitive pads, onboard effects, and a built-in sequencer, it remains a fantastic tool for beatmakers, electronic musicians, and sample-based producers.

Unlike many units on the market, this S20 has been upgraded with an additional 4 MB RAM expansion, bringing the total memory to 5 MB instead of the original 1 MB configuration. This significantly increases sampling time and creative flexibility.

Key Features

• MIDI-compatible digital sampler
• 8-voice polyphony
• 16-bit stereo sampling
• Sampling frequencies: 32 kHz / 16 kHz / 8 kHz
• Standard memory: 1 MB
• This unit: 5 MB total RAM installed
• 16 large bank keys for sample assignment and real-time performance
• Sequence feature for recording and replaying main panel operations
• Tap feature with BPM display
• Beat Loop function for tempo calculation from sample loop length or pitch adjustment by tempo entry
• Resampling feature to save memory
• Sample editing via edit matrix while auditioning sounds
• 16 banks with individual edit parameters
• Multi-timbral / multi-sampled sound module, fully MIDI controllable
• Built-in 3.5-inch floppy disk drive (accepts 2HD / 2DD floppy disks)
• Can load sample data from many Akai S-series sound library disks

Condition and functionality

• Excellent cosmetic condition
• Fully tested and working perfectly
• Screen is clear and fully functional
• Original protective film is still present on the display
• Pads, buttons, floppy drive, audio outputs, and MIDI functions operate correctly
• Clean and well-preserved unit

What is included

• Akai S20 sampler
• Printed and bound user manual (English)
• 5 MB RAM installed (4 MB expansion fitted)
• No original box
• No power supply included (works with any compatible 12V DC power supply)

Shipping information

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Please note that the listed shipping prices correspond to insured services such as UPS, with full coverage for loss or damage up to the declared item value.

Package: 32x25x14cm, 2,150kg